How many syllables in “backslider”?
syllables in "backslider"
Word details
Syllables
3
back · sli · der
Letters
10
b · a · c · k · s · l · i · d · e · r
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “backslider”
The word “backslider” contains 3 syllables, divided as back · sli · der. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "backslider" have?
"backslider" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "backslider" into syllables?
"backslider" is divided into syllables as: back · sli · der.
What is the Scrabble score for "backslider"?
The Scrabble score for "backslider" is 19 points.
Using “backslider” in writing
Three-syllable words like "backslider" (back · sli · der) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “backslider” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.